Adjunct Instructor - Biology

Adjunct Instructor - Biology

Fox Valley Technical College

Job Category Adjunct Faculty

FVTC Worksite Appleton Main Campus, Oshkosh Riverside Campus

Hours Per Week 8.75

Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the on-going development of instructional strategies that promote student success. Fox Valley Technical College is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to teach General Biology. General Biology introduces general biological concepts and principles. Emphasis is on cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and taxonomical relationships. Consideration is also given to diversity among the various kingdoms.

This course emphasizes an environmental perspective.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following duties are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Learning Facilitation - Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate multiple delivery methodologies and instructional technologies to maximize student success, such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.
• Assessment - Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful. Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
• Classroom Management - Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
• Team Participation - Support the college by engaging with the division, department, and team members, as well as staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
• Business & Community Engagement - Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners. Proactively promote the College and our programs.
• Student Success & Support - Serve as an advocate for students and collaborate with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.
• Professional Development - Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology. Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Requirements:
Instructors who teach General Studies college credit courses must have:

A. A Master s degree in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
B. A Master s degree AND 18 graduate credits in the discipline or subfield they teach, OR
C. A Master s degree AND appropriate licensure in the discipline or subfield they teach.

When evaluating the credentials of faculty who have obtained a Master of Education degree but not a master s degree in a discipline:
- Graduate-level courses in the discipline/subfield and methods courses that are specifically for the teaching of that discipline/subfield may be considered for meeting the 18 graduate credit hour minimum.

Non-US degrees/courses may provide a different scope of practice in other countries. Courses to be reviewed on an individual basis.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Valid Driver s License.
• Subject to FVTC s Motor Vehicle Records Disclosure Check.
• Proficiency utilizing learning management system.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
• Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing…